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A small corner formed by two walls; an alcove.

Example: There was a small broom for sweeping ash kept in the nook between the fireplace bricks and the wall.

A hidden or secluded spot; a secluded retreat.

Example: The back of the used book shop was one of her favorite nooks; she could read for hours and no one would bother her or pester her to buy.

A recess, cove or hollow.

An English unit of land area, originally 1/4 of a yardland but later 12 1/2 or 20 acres.

To withdraw into a nook.

To situate in a nook.